The Parochial Church Council (PCC)

The PCC is the body of people, elected by the congregation or serving “ex-officio”, who work with the parish priest to care for the church and further its mission.  The PCC is elected each year at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting, held during March or April. PCC members are the representatives of the congregation. The PCC meets approximately 6 times per year.

The PCC is the first of a series of bodies which govern the Church of England under our system of “synodical” government. “Synod” literally means “coming together”.

There are also Deanery synods, with representatives from each parish, covering small areas (Sevenoaks is our local Deanery), Diocesan synods, governing each Diocese (ours is Rochester) and the General synod, which passes legislation affecting the whole of the Church of England.
In this way everyone can have a voice, and everyone can shape the church. You can find out more here.

Church Finance

Did you know…We depend entirely on the donations of the congregation. We receive no money from the government! It costs about £1400 per week to keep Seal Church running! Here’s how you can help…

Supporting the church financially
Becoming a “Friend”
Annual reports & Financial statements for the APCM 2024 (year ending 2023)
Electoral Roll Application form